History of BMW X series

BMW X Models may refer as BMW Crossover and sports utility vehicle. BMW were contemplating to produce a luxury SUV long before the takeover of the Rover Group but the project materialized only after the acquisition.

Many components and design of the X5 were taken directly from the Land Rover L322, like the Hill Descent System, Off Road Engine Management System and the two-piece taillight. BMW were assisted by the technology and expertise of the Rover Group and its employees.

BMW managed to sell more than 25,000 models of the X5 in the United States in 2000. However, the car came under criticism. It looked sturdy and outdated and its off-roading capabilities were limited.

The X3, based on the 3 Series, was launched in 2003 and went on sale the following year. A compact crossover, the X3 was initially vilified for its “harsh ride, austere interior, lack of off-road capability and high price”. However, like with X5, with each passing year, BMW improved the car and the first generation X3 eventually managed to sell over 600,000 models worldwide. It was also the first SAV to feature the intelligent BMW xDrive system.

The X6, on the other hand, became the world’s first Sports Activity Coupe (SAC). It combined the performance of an SUV with the design of a coupe. Although critics were a little skeptical about the car, it fared admirably well in areas of Middle East, India, China and Russia. As Vanja Klajaic of BMWBLOG writes, “the X6 gave the customer base a vehicle that can be used as both a performance vehicle with some off road capabilities, as a fashion statement, a luxury status symbol and a comfortable long trip vehicle as well”. The first-generation X6 went on to sell more than 250,000 models worldwide and BMW showcased the second generation at the 2014 Paris Motor Show.

Meanwhile, in 2010, sales of the X1 commenced- a compact SAV, based on the 1 Series. More than 500,000 modes of the X1 have been sold and it has been appreciated for its design and driving dynamics. In many countries, it comes across as an entry level bimmer and has hence, helped BMW reach out to new customers.

Over the past few years, BMW have continued to work extensively on their X Series. And it is available in kerala at Platinoclassic kochi 

BMW kochi showroom displays BMW M Series.

BMW M series is the subsidiary of BMW, global icon in car industry. BMW M was initially created to facilitate its racing program. Interestingly all M models are tested tuned at BMW private facility in Germany.

  

BMW M4 is a high performance 4 series automobile which was the fastest automobile produced by BMW achieving 0-100 km in just 4 sec. The BMW M4 consists of responsive Twin Turbo charged engine with improved handling, suspension and breaking systems and braking systems. Also BMW M3 is high performance version of the BMW 3 series. BMW M3 Models have been derived from E30, E36, E46, E90/E92/E93 and F80 3 series and been sold with coupe, saloon and convertible body styles. 

Meanwhile BMW Platino classic displays BMW M3 and M4 on their showroom. The test drive facility is also avaliable. For more details please contact Mr Nitin : 8089158694

BMW X6 review

Last july BMW released all new BMW X6. The second generation X6 builds with striking body shape, and classy interior also have improved aerodynamics and cutdown the fuel consumption to 22 percentage.

Despite its plunging roofline, there's more space head and legroom in the back for three adults, with extended boot space on comparison with previous model.

Styling

Styling is the central part of the high end sports car. The BMW X6 still combines of high up SUV with driving pleasure of sporty coupe. BMW has flatten its trademark kidey grills with a pair of narrow headlight clutters. 

At the rear, the X6 looks much less sporty than it does at the front. The raised ride height means the sloping roof doesn’t meet the rear bumper like a conventional coupé, leaving a large slab of metal on the rear hatch. It’s still heavily sculpted at the back, with the twin tailpipes housed in a gloss bumper insert. 

Driving

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The X6’s (and to a lesser extent the X5’s) defining characteristic has always been the physics-defying way it drives. Despite tipping the scales at a portly 2,185kg the X6 manages to scythe through corners with precious little body roll and masses of grip – especially in the incredible X6M.

The steering could do with a little more feel, but there’s nothing wrong with the speed in which front-end reacts to your inputs. Four driving modes are available – Eco Pro, Comfort, Sport and Sport+ - that sharpen up the powertrain and chassis (and firm up the dampers if you option Adaptive M suspension, standard on M Sport models, the M50d and the X6M).

Running Costs

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Running a large premium SUV like this is never going to be cheap, but fuel consumption is impressive given the performance on offer. The most efficient model it the xDrive30d, which returns fuel economy and CO2 emissions of 47.1mpg and 157g/km (or 159g/km if you order the M Sport package that comes with bigger 20-inch wheels).

The M50d is a full 1.5 seconds faster from 0-62mph, dispatching the sprint in 5.2 seconds, yet still returns 42.8mpg and 174g/km of CO2. The xDrive50i is 0.4 seconds faster from 0-62mph than the M50d, but you’ll pay for it at the fuel pumps - the V8 returns 29.1mpg and 225g/km. 

BMW Kerala launches X6

BMW  announces its new entry to India, BMW X6 with a cost of Rs 1.15 Crore. While launching the same BMW India group president Philipp Von Sahr told that " Luxury is always been written with a letter X, To the very detail the new X6 offers a unique synthesis of luxury, sporting dynamics and powerful style creating an excitingly different driving experience for our customers "
  

The new BMW X6 has a 313 hp diesel engine which can attain the top speed of 240 kmph in 4.8 sec.
The handling characteristics of the vehicle challenges all laws of  the physics. The Coupe car offers the combo experience of sport car as well as luxury sedan. The car also have BMW Connected Drive features also with the driver assistance apps.

The BMW X6 have twin power turbo six-cylinder with a maximum torque of 600Nm at 1500 - 2500 rpm. The X6 is avaliable in metallic paintworks such as Carbon Black, Flamenco Red, Space Grey and Mineral White

Meanwhile BMW Platino Classic Kochi launches BMW X6. For test drive and enquiries, please contact +91 9995166990

BMW Kochi announces reduction in Prices

BMW to produce cars in india (desi version), hence expecting the reduction in price. Sources say that the level of localization is about 50%.BMW kerala dealer, Platino Classic announced reduction in price.

Meanwhile Philipp von Sahr President, BMW Group India says that “The future belong to india. If you want to benefit from the dynamics of the Indian Market, you need to act today”

BMW opened its Plant in Chennai on 2007. After this they have found increase in demand in local market. Almost eight models been produced locally which are BMW 1 series, BMW 3 series, BMW 3 series Gran Turismo, BMW 5 series, BMW 7 series, BMW X1 & BMW X3.

By implementing Make in india, BMW supports PM Narendra Modi’s campign. Sources says that per model there would be a reduction of one lakh onwards.

New price for BMW in  Platino Classic Kochi and Calicut Showroom is

BMW 1 Series

BMW 118d (Sport Line) – INR 2,950,000

BMW 3 Series

BMW 320d (Prestige Edition) – INR 3,490,000

BMW 320d (Luxury Line Edition) – INR 3,890,000

BMW 320d (Sport Line Edition) – INR 3,890,000

BMW Gran Turismo

BMW Gran Turismo (Sport Line) – INR 3,990,000

BMW Gran Turismo (Luxury Line) – INR 4,290,000

BMW 5 Series

BMW 520d (Prestige Edition) – INR 4,490,000

BMW 520d (Prestige Plus Edition) – INR 4,790,000

BMW 520d (Luxury Line Edition) – INR 4,990,000

BMW 530d (M Sport) – INR 5,990,000

BMW 7 Series

BMW 730Ld (Prestige) – INR 9,250,000

BMW 730Ld (Eminence) – INR 10,650,000

BMW 730Ld (Signature) – INR 12,520,000

BMW X1

BMW X1 sDrive20d (xLine) – INR 3,790,000

BMW X3

BMW X3 xDrive20d (Expedition) – INR 4,690,000

BMW X3 xDrive20d (xLine) – INR 5,190,000

BMW X3 xDrive30d (M Sport) – INR 5,990,000

BMW X5

BMW X5 xDrive30d (Expedition) – INR 6,590,000

BMW X5 xDrive30d (Design Pure Experience) – INR 6,990,000

BMW X5 xDrive30d (Design Pure Experience 7 Seater) – INR 7,290,000